Admissions

Students seeking an affordable degree and who desire to impact their world for Christ are encouraged to apply to Johnson University ExtendEd. ExtendEd programs uphold the same academic standards that characterize other University programs but are offered in a more localized format that provides flexibility for working adults. To ensure students are equipped for success, the University offers a list of technology guidelines. Johnson University’s affordable tuition and legacy in innovative faith-based learning make it an attractive option for adult learners.

Adult Evening Programs (Bachelor's)

Adults seeking to complete their college degree in the Adult Evening Degree program are generally age 25 or older and submit the following:

Two references- one from a minister or church leader and one from an educator or employer.

An admissions essay. The essay must be well written and between 500 and 1,000 words. It must include the applicant's reason for applying to Johnson University, including Christian commitment, life goals, and a purpose in harmony with that of Johnson. It must indicate the applicant's previous church involvement. The essay may be used to argue an applicant's case if some area of the application is considered weak.

Adult students who desire to complete a degree in either Ministry Leadership or Pastoral Care & Counseling Ministry can transfer in 37 arts and sciences credit hours and 20 elective credit hours. Adult students who desire to complete a degree in Nonprofit & Business Administration can transfer in 40 arts and sciences credit hours and 14 elective credit hours.

Students without sufficient credit hours can take online courses at Johnson University to meet these requirements. Contact the admissions office for more information.

Strategic Ministry Residency (Bachelor's)

Students interested in Strategic Ministry (BA/BS), please contact

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for more information.

Master of Strategic Ministry

New students wishing to enroll in this program must complete/provide the following:

Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions the applicant has attended.

A recent photo.

Admissions essay. A two- to three- page essay describing their reasons for pursuing a degree program at Johnson University; their current Christian commitment, including church and ministry involvement; prior teaching and/or work experience, including both ministry and professional activities that shaped their decision and prepared them for graduate studies; personal career goals and how their chosen graduate program will help accomplish those goals. Include any additional information the faculty should know as it considers the application.

Important JUEX Codes

Contact Information

ExtendEd Admissions

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865-251-3479

Johnson University does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status in provision of educational opportunities pursuant to the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Campus Security Report & Fire Safety Report Notification

Johnson University is committed to assisting all members of the JUTN, JUOL, and JUEX community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual security and fire safety compliance document is available on the University’s Institutional Effectiveness page (click on the link embedded under Campus Safety, entitled “Clery Act and Campus Safety”).

If you would like to receive the combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report that contains this information, you can stop by the Student Life Office in the Eubanks Activities Center, 8050 Eubanks Drive, Knoxville, TN, or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 865-251-2137.

The website and combined report contain information regarding campus security and personal safety, including topics such as crime prevention, fire safety, authority of security personnel, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus. They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Johnson University Tennessee, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

This information is required by law and is provided by the Johnson University Tennessee Student Life Office.